The Sarge Posted October 6, 2019 Noting the natural fortifications of the island of Pharos, the general staff of La Royale determined it prudent to begin construction on a protected Naval Yard to support the push east. One of the first buildings to go up was this sturdy workshop for the armorer, where he maintains and repairs the small arms of the fleet and the army units attached to it. Along the left wall, a workbench with drawers, post vise, and anvil sit. The anvil is positioned near the fireplace, which is used for heat-treating and forming small parts. On the right, a treadle grinder and treadle lathe are positioned, along with a barrel of raw stock. With these tools, the armorer can shape any replacement part except the barrel itself. A trophy for a top twenty finish in the Compétition de tir de précision de la flotte of several years past rests above the fireplace. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Bodi Posted October 7, 2019 A sturdy build, and a good representation of a armory workshop, the funnel looks good and I like the funnel build of studs and plates, and I also like the alternance of grey on the roof. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
LM71Blackbird Posted October 7, 2019 Nice looking build! I'm going to have to "borrow" some of the workshop tools you've got in there! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Wellesley Posted October 7, 2019 That is a very nice and clean build with a lot of texture on nearly every part of the walls, but still not overcharged. I especially like the treadle lathe and the grinder. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Kai NRG Posted October 7, 2019 Nice job on this, the roof and the sideways tiles on the buildings are special highlights! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Professor Thaum Posted October 7, 2019 Good job, this really looks like a sturdy one. I especially like the chimney ! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
The Sarge Posted October 7, 2019 Thanks everyone! I'm glad you all like it. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Keymonus Posted October 7, 2019 Nice workshop! Both the facade and the details of the interior (bench and instruments) are very nice, I’ll probably borrow some ideas! My only suggestion is to use at least 1 removable wall, it would allow nice close up photos (but this is only a personal preference) Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Roadmonkeytj Posted October 7, 2019 I think two removable would be better ... Take one off then take the picture ... Then swap sides and take another lol. Seriously nice equipment seems quite fitting for a military instalment. I just used that similar roof technique in a build of mine! Really gives a fine result. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
The Sarge Posted October 9, 2019 @Keymonus @Roadmonkeytj Thanks! I've played with removable walls or sections in the past, but ultimately I don't find it worth sacrificing stability or detail to allow one or more removable panels. I do need to get a better photo setup than my phone and some typing paper, to help me better showcase the interiors. Perhaps next time I can take some detail shots of the equipment and furniture outside the building. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Bregir Posted October 9, 2019 Great looking workshop, inside and out! As others have said, the tools are great (details, please ) as is the detailing all around. Two suggestions. The gables should be higher than the roof. I think raising them just two plates would do the trick. Right now, it looks slightly odd. Second, for photosetup, I can recommend a large roller blind. It doesn't crease easily, and gives a good uniform background. And then it is cheap! Adding an extra light source (any lamp will help) will probably help your phone take better pictures. That said, your pictures are fine, but there seems to be some flash reflections that more light may help with. Overall, good work. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Captain Dee Posted October 14, 2019 Apart from the gables being lower than the roof, this is a lovely build. The scale is quite believable for a colonial workshop, and I am especially impressed with the fact that you have so nearly perfectly captured what I call the "Colonial Williamsburg look" with the interior pics. I feel like I could step into the room. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
The Sarge Posted October 28, 2019 @Bregir @Captain Dee Thanks for the advice! I altered the gables as suggested and it looks much better now. I've put a lamp and roller blind on my shopping list as well, hopefully that will help. Here's a couple close up shots of the tools and such inside: Treadle Grinder and Lathe Anvil, Bench and Pole Vise Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Maxim I Posted October 28, 2019 Nice job on the fine tools! Also very cool how you used the pizza tiles (how are they called? partially rounded 1x1 tile?) Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Ross Fisher Posted October 28, 2019 8 hours ago, Maxim I said: pizza tiles *Immediately understands what you're talking about* 8 hours ago, Maxim I said: partially rounded 1x1 tile *loses understanding again* Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
